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Can You Name These NFL Players From an Image?

Traded from the Raiders to the Bears in 2018, which player is shown here?

Ameer Abdullah

Khalil Mack

Paxton Lynch

Greg Robinson

In 2018, Khalil Mack signed a contract extension with the Bears worth $141 million. The contract made him the highest paid defensive player ever.

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Who is this NFL tight end?

Rob Gronkowski​

Greg Olsen

Travis Kelce

Kyle Rudolph

Rob Gronkowski has often been criticized for his off-the-field antics. However, between the white lines, he is a force to be reckoned with because of his size and physical nature.

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This backup quarterback led the Eagles to the Super Bowl in 2017-18. Who is he?

Dak Prescott

Russell Wilson

Matt Ryan

Nick Foles

After Carson Wentz went down with an ACL tear, many Eagles fans thought the season was over. Little did they know Nick Foles would step in and have one of the greatest playoff runs of any quarterback to win a Super Bowl.

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Once part of the Legion of Boom, who is shown here?

Earl Thomas

Kam Chancellor

Richard Sherman

Brandon Browner

Richard Sherman was a vocal leader of the Seahawks' defense during their Super Bowl run in 2013-14. Sherman often called out opposing players but was known to criticize his own team as well.

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This quarterback was the first pick in the 2018 NFL draft. Who is he?

Russell Wilson

Dak Prescott

Andrew Luck

Baker Mayfield

Baker Mayfield won the Heisman Trophy in his final season with the Oklahoma Sooners. He was the first walk-on player to earn the award.

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The leader in receiving yards in 2017, which wide receiver is shown here?

Julio Jones

Antonio Brown

Odell Beckham Jr.

DeAndre Hopkins

During the 2016-17 playoffs, Antonio Brown recorded a video of the Steelers locker room after a victory over the Chiefs. Brown was heavily criticized for the video, which included head coach Mike Tomlin talking about the next game against the Patriots.

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This defensive tackle has been unblockable for the Rams. Who is he?

J.J. Watt

Terrell Suggs

Aaron Donald

Julius Peppers

Since joining the NFL in 2014, Aaron Donald has earned numerous awards for his play. He was named the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2014 and named the AP Defensive Player of the Year in 2017.

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Drafted out of Boston College, who is shown below?

Luke Kuechly

James Harrison

Michael Thomas

Jameis Winston

Luke Kuechly has anchored the Carolina defense for years. During the 2015-16 season, he helped lead the team to the Super Bowl, though they lost to the Broncos.

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This quarterback took over for Brett Favre in Green Bay. Who is he?

Aaron Rodgers

Tom Brady

Andrew Luck

Kirk Cousins

Aaron Rodgers is an exceptional talent with both in-the-pocket presence and a rocket for an arm. He has earned two NFL MVP awards and won the Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl XLV.

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Known as a passionate player, which wide receiver is this?

DeAndre Hopkins

Keenan Allen

Odell Beckham Jr.

Davante Adams

In 2018, Odell Beckham Jr. signed a contract that made him the highest paid wide receiver in the NFL. The deal is worth $95 million.

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This player called out opposing quarterbacks across the league. Who is he?

Marcus Allen

Jalen Ramsey

Landon Collins

Justin Evans

Jalen Ramsey played college football at Florida State where he won a national championship in 2013. He was taken as the fifth overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft.

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Who is the running back holding out in Pittsburgh because they won't sign him to a long-term​ deal?

Todd Gurley

David Johnson

Ezekiel Elliot

Le'Veon Bell

Each year, Le'Veon Bell proves he's the best running back of his generation. However, the Steelers have yet to sign him to a long-term deal, using the franchise tag on Bell in both 2017 and 2018.

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Which player almost broke the single-season rushing record in 2012?

Kareem Hunt

Adrian Peterson

Leonard Fournette

Todd Gurley

In 2012, Adrian Peterson rushed for 2,097 yards. The record, held by Eric Dickerson, is 2,105 yards.

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Who is this five-time Super Bowl champion quarterback?

Matt Ryan

Cam Newton

Tom Brady

Drew Brees

Tom Brady has managed to extend his playing career into his early 40s. No quarterback has had success this late in his career, showing just how well Brady takes care of his body.

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This running back was taken by the Giants in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft. Who is he?

Alvin Kamara

David Johnson

Ezekiel Elliot

Saquon Barkley

Saquon Barkley played college football at Penn State where he set several records. Surprisingly, he was taken with the second pick in the 2018 NFL draft by the New York Giants, who many thought would draft a quarterback.

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The NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 2017, who is shown here?

Todd Gurley

Cam Newton

Alvin Kamara

Julio Jones

Todd Gurley's career took off his first season in the NFL. He rushed for 1,106 yards and was named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.

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This defensive player was the MVP of Super Bowl 50. Who is he?

J.J. Watt

Cameron Heyward

Von Miller

Mike Daniels

Von Miller had quite the performance in Super Bowl L. He finished the game with six tackles, two sacks, and forced two fumbles.

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A quarterback with more 5,000-yard​ seasons than anyone else, who is shown here?

Drew Brees

Matt Ryan

Tyrod Taylor

Mark Sanchez

Drew Brees spent his first few seasons in the NFL with the Chargers before tearing the labrum in his throwing shoulder. After the injury, the Chargers refused to commit long-term to Brees, forcing the quarterback to look elsewhere.

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This player is a three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Who is he?

Akiem Hicks

Leonard Williams

Jurrell Casey

J.J. Watt

J.J. Watt came into the NFL and quickly made a name for himself as a disruptive force on the defensive line. However, a back injury seems to have slowed him down somewhat, though he is still a productive player.

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Drafted out of Alabama in 2011, who is this player?

Cam Newton

Julio Jones

Leonard Fournette

David Johnson

In 2015, Julio Jones led the league in receptions and receiving yards. He finished the season with 136 receptions for 1,871 yards.

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In 2011, this quarterback threw for more than 400 yards in his first NFL game. Who is he?

Matt Ryan

Carson Wentz

Jameis Winston

Cam Newton

Cam Newton spent one year at Auburn University. That season, he won both the Heisman Trophy and the national championship.

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A three-time Pro Bowler at defensive tackle, who is shown here?

Chris Jones

Fletcher Cox

Ndamukong Suh

Jonathan Allen

Drafted out of Mississippi State, Fletcher Cox came into the NFL in 2012. From 2015 through 2017, Cox was selected to three straight Pro Bowls.

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Drafted third in the 2016 NFL draft, who is this player?

Joey Bosa

Stephon Tuitt

Brandon Williams

Mike Daniels

Joey Bosa missed the first four games of his rookie season because of a hamstring injury. Still, he finished the season with 10.5 sacks and earned the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

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This quarterback won the NFL MVP in 2016. Who is he?

Carson Wentz

Dak Prescott

Matt Ryan

Russell Wilson

During his MVP season, Matt Ryan threw for 4,944 yards and 38 touchdowns. He also advanced to the Super Bowl, but the Falcons lost to the New England Patriots.

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This player led the league in rushing as a rookie. Who is he?

Ezekiel Elliott

Kareem Hunt

Leonard Fournette

Alvin Kamara

In the 2016 NFL draft, Ohio State had five players drafted in the first round. Ezekiel Elliot was one of them, drafted fourth overall.

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The first pick in the 2017 NFL draft, who is this player?

David Johnson

Jared Goff

Cameron Heyward

Myles Garrett

Myles Garrett played three seasons at Texas A&M. Each year, he amassed at least 8 sacks, finishing his college career with 31 sacks.

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This wide receiver has been to seven Pro Bowls. Who is he?

Davante Adams

A.J. Green

Michael Thomas

Keenan Allen

A.J. Green is one of the most overlooked wide receivers in the NFL. He has had at least 1,000 yards receiving every year except one when he played in only 10 games.

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The passing touchdown leader in 2017, who is this player?

Dak Prescott

Carson Wentz

Russell Wilson

Jameis Winston

An undersized quarterback, Russell Wilson wasn't drafted until the third round. However, he has since proven that size doesn't matter, making it to four Pro Bowls and winning Super Bowl XLVIII.

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This receiver was released by the Cowboys in 2018. Who is he?

Davante Adams

DeAndre Hopkins

Dez Bryant

Jordy Nelson

Dez Bryant did not really come onto the scene until his third season in the NFL. That year, he caught 92 passes for 1,382 yards.

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Drafted out of Notre Dame, who is this player?

Case Keenum

Larry Fitzgerald

Doug Baldwin

Harrison Smith

Harrison Smith led a Vikings defense in 2017 that was the best in the league. The defense finished with the fewest yards allowed per game.

This two-time NFL rushing leader helped the Seahawks win a Super Bowl in 2013-14. Who is he?

Leonard Fournette

Marshawn Lynch

Dalvin Cook

Melvin Gordon

Marshawn Lynch famously ignores the media during interviews. He was heavily criticized for this during Media Day leading up to Super Bowl XLIX when he only gave scripted answers.

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This quarterback has been with the Steelers since 2004. Who is he?

Ben Roethlisberger

Jameis Winston

Andrew Luck

Kirk Cousins

Ben Roethlisberger has been with the Steelers since he was drafted by the team in 2004. He was named Offensive Rookie of the Year that season and has since gone on to win two Super Bowls.

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Not drafted until the third round in 2013, who is this tight end?

Zach Ertz

Travis Kelce

Greg Olsen

Jimmy Graham

Travis Kelce got into trouble while playing college football at Cincinnati for partying during Bowl Week. He was almost thrown off the team but managed to earn his way back.

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A two-time Pro Bowler, who is this wide receiver?

Keenan Allen

Michael Thomas

Davante Adams

DeAndre Hopkins

In 2017, DeAndre Hopkins led the league in touchdown receptions. He finished the season with 13 touchdowns, the most in his career.

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This Cardinals player missed most of the 2017 season because of an injury. Who is he?

Jimmy Graham

Jameis Winston

David Johnson

Alvin Kamara

While playing college football at Northern Iowa, David Johnson rushed for more than 1,000 yards in three different seasons. He finished his college career with 4,682 rushing yards and 49 rushing touchdowns.

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The first overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft, who is this quarterback?

Jared Goff

Andrew Luck

Kirk Cousins

Andy Dalton

After his rookie season, Jared Goff seemed like a bust for the Rams' franchise. However, with a coaching change following that season, Goff exploded his second year in the league, passing for 3,804 yards.

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Playing free safety for the New England Patriots, who is this player?

Mike Daniels

Devin McCourty

Akiem Hicks

Cameron Heyward

Devin McCourty has been the starting safety for the New England Patriots since his rookie season in 2010. He has helped anchor a defense that has won two Super Bowls since he joined the team.

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Drafted out of Tennessee, who is this running back?

Alvin Kamara

Leonard Fourette

Dalvin Cook

Joe Mixon

Alvin Kamara is a dual-threat running back for the Saints. In 2017, his first season in the league, Kamara rushed for more than 700 yards and caught passes for more than 800 yards.

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This offensive tackle went from protecting Tom Brady to protecting Eli Manning. Who is he?

Tyron Smith

Zack Martin

Travis Frederick

Nate Solder

The Giants offensive line couldn't get much worse than it was in 2017. With the addition of players like Nate Solder, the team hopes to get back to running the football and protecting Eli Manning.

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The NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 2011, who is this player?

Kareem Hunt

Mike Daniels

Matthew Stafford

Andrew Luck

Matthew Stafford is one of only a few quarterbacks to throw for more than 5,000 yards in a season. Stafford accomplished this in 2011 after coming off of a shoulder injury.

About This Quiz

From quarterbacks to defensive lineman, every NFL roster is filled with players, many which most people couldn't pull out of a lineup unless they were going by the player's physical size compared to the average person. There are a few stars, of course, the darlings of the league, that you might recognize, but you have to watch the games to know the average player. How well do you know the faces of NFL players? Can you name these players from an image? Here's a quiz where you can find out!

Unlike the NBA, the NFL does not strongly promote individual players. Where the NBA is all about its stars, pushing their image on television shows and advertisements across the world, the NFL attempts to be team-oriented, choosing to promote a franchise over a player. For many teams, the head coach or the owner is easier to recognize than the linebackers and offensive tackles.

Do you feel like you have a pretty good grasp of the players who fill the rosters of teams across the league? Can you identify the stars who don't really get enough credit despite their importance to the team? If you think you can, get started with this quiz and prove it!

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